Watching this movie after having it on my list for such a long while was a joyous experience. It surprised me in ways I had so dearly missed being surprised by a movie, with its heart, its bursting humor and the way it immersed me in the world portrayed. Every character is a jewel, as is every cast member, but the magic is in the relationships between them, how they mirror and spark or eclipse each other is brilliantly portrayed. I especially loved the chemistry between Maggie Smith and Dame Judi Dench. The movie is delightfully pure whilst not losing its realism in depicting the times and their customs. And while the story might be similar to many others the heaven is in the details with this one. Well worth watching, if only for basking in its warmth.
Review of A Room with a View
